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Benefits include Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision and Company matching 401K

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Community Development Director

The Community Development Director is responsible for the overall development of community relations that support U.S.VETS sites nationally and locally.  Working with U.S.VETS leadership, this position will advocate for veteran services and support to include promoting awareness of veteran needs, building strong relationships with the community, strategizing for expansion, and preparation and implementation of new projects and initiatives.  This position will report to the U.S.VETS Chief Operating Officer and will also receive guidance and direction from the Chief Executive Officer.

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to advocate for veterans within the community
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, coalitions, community organizations, and veteran support groups and lead advocacy efforts
• Organize and participate in community meetings, events, workgroups, and conferences to raise awareness about veterans' issues and resources available
• Acts as a spokesperson for the organization, delivering compelling presentations and representing the organization in public forums
• Establish partnerships with state, county, and local agencies and develop a database of services within each homeless continuum of care
• Remain up-to-date with current trends and policies related to veteran services and funding needs, ensuring the organization remains at the forefront of advocacy efforts and provision of services
• Participate in committees and coalitions to provide data and input for policymaking

• Work directly with each Executive Director to maintain ongoing community partnerships and stay abreast of current needs or gaps in veterans’ services
• Develop a database of media & legislative contacts interested in issues of homelessness and veterans
• Collaborate with the Development Department team to develop and distribute relevant educational materials, press releases, and social media content

• Garners support for the development of all new sites or projects through community relations

• Leads in preparing operational budgets for new and expansion projects in collaboration with Operations, Finance, and Housing Departments
• Identifies funding as it relates to community partnerships and new projects/programs

• Monitor and evaluate the impact of advocacy efforts, tracking progress and making recommendations for improvement

• Regularly assess all community collaborations for benefit to the organization and to veterans and progress towards objectives with effective outcomes

• Provide necessary management and technical assistance to staff

• Participate in corporate strategic planning and implementation

• Participate in board meetings, executive meetings, & site meetings as directed

• Manage regular communication with key advocacy partners

• Evaluate community need and collaborate with Clinical, Operation develop programs to meet those needs

•  Conducts direct outreach to veterans and other stakeholders including participating in outreach and service events, community town halls, veteran service organization meetings, etc.
• Ensure organizational policy compliance and maintains corporate core values in all collaborations
• Performs other duties as required

Requirements

  Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in community relations, advocacy, or a related field, preferably with a strong focus on veterans' issues
3 years of relevant experience as a U.S.VETS employee may substitute for 5-year experience requirement
Experience in nonprofit organization management, government policy and funding, veteran and/or homeless issues strongly preferred
Experience in the military and understanding of the veteran culture preferred
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders
Public speaking, presentation, training, and facilitation skills with the ability to effectively convey complex information to various audiences
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
Ability to manage relationships effectively
Ability to create and facilitate coalitions
Proficiency in using technology and social media platforms for advocacy and communication purposes
Leadership skills
Flexible and creative
Ability to listen and make sound decisions
Ability to organize and implement projects
Ability to travel 

                                           NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

U.S.VETS subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. U.S.VETS’ policy is to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, U.S.VETS  intends to comply fully with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, and the information requested on this application will be used only for purposes consistent with those laws.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT - REQUEST FOR

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

In accordance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, U.S.VETS’ policy is to provide reasonable accommodation for applicants requesting accommodation(s) during the application process, so the applicant may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment.  If any candidate needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify U.S.VETS in any of the following ways:  by calling 213-542-2600, U.S. Mail, or hand deliver to  U.S.VETS, 800 West 6th Street, Suite 1505, Los Angeles, CA  90017.  Attention:  Human Resources Job Applicant Request.

U.S.VETS’ mission is the successful transition of military veterans and their families through the provision of housing, counseling, career development, and comprehensive support.

Rev. 06.13.24